Factors to Consider When Buying a Salt Chlorinator

If you’re thinking of buying a salt chlorinator for your pool, it’s important to know which factors you should analyze before making a decision. On one hand, you need to consider the pool’s characteristics. On the other, the technical details of each salt chlorinator model.

• DIMENSIONS. Pool size and water volume.
• LOCATION AND PROTECTION. Where the pool is located, climate and temperatures of the area, exposure to sun, wind, whether we have a cover or tarp, etc. All these aspects are relevant when determining the needs of our pool.
• EXISTING FILTRATION EQUIPMENT. The type of pump house or equipment room, available space, compatibility with the new system.
• POOL USAGE. High, medium, or low. How intensively the pool is used is also very relevant.

These are some of the main characteristics we should analyze in any salt chlorinator:

• ELECTROLYTIC CELL. Materials it’s made of, manufacturing origin, estimated lifespan, maintenance, price…
• SPARE PARTS. Availability of spare parts for both new electrodes and the rest of the salt chlorinator’s components.
• POWER SUPPLY. Type and characteristics.
• POLARITY REVERSAL. This change occurs automatically, manually, or is directly configurable by the pool owner.
• MOUNTING OPTIONS. Horizontal, vertical, or indifferent installation, without affecting the efficiency of the salt chlorinator’s operation.
• SALT CONCENTRATION. Percentage of salt the water must have for the chlorinator to function correctly.
• OPERATING RANGE. Depending on ambient and water temperature.
• USABILITY. Digital or analog operation, touch screen, intuitive display, clear indicators for parameters such as production, flow, salinity…
• COOLING AND VENTILATION. Possibilities to prevent equipment overheating and potential breakdowns, extending its lifespan.
• SUPERCHLORINATION OR BOOST. Availability or not of this option to temporarily boost chlorination.
• COMPATIBILITY WITH OTHER EQUIPMENT. Option to connect with other automatic dosing equipment, automation systems, etc.
• DESIGN AND MATERIAL QUALITY. Both for the control panel and the chlorinator’s casing itself (It is recommended to be transparent to always visualize the internal state).

Considering all these factors when buying a salt chlorinator will make it easier to choose the most suitable model for your pool. If you have any questions, we recommend using our digital calculator.

If you prefer, you can contact us directly, and we will help you choose the most suitable option.